Page 2 - IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of yourProjector, please record the Serial Number located onthe bottom of the projector and retain this information.Before recycling the packaging, please ensure that youhave checked the contents of the carton thoroughlyagainst the list of...
Page 5 - CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT; Introduction; ENGLISH; CAUTION; INFORMATION
1 Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully. 1. WARRANTY This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service and laborwarranty applicable to your purchase. 2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT To ensure that you will promptly receive any safe...
Page 6 - Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement; PRODUCT DISPOSAL
2 WARNING: The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters the standby mode.During normal operation, when putting the projector into standby mode always use the POWER button on theprojector or on the remote control. Ensure the cooling fan has stoppe...
Page 7 - Info; For Future Reference; Maintenance
3 40 The menu can be operated to achieve two functions, adjustments and settings. (For settingthe menu items, see pages 42 and 43. ) Using the Menu Screen Menu Selections (Adjustments) Example: Adjusting “Bright” • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Menu icon...
Page 8 - Contents; Preparing; Using
4 Contents Preparing Setting up the Projector .............................. 19 Setting up the Projector ..................................... 19Projecting a Reversed Image ............................ 20 Connections Connections ................................................. 21 INPUT/OUTPUT Termi...
Page 10 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
6 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read beforethe product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained forfuture reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructionsshould be ...
Page 11 - Allow at least 7
7 Ensure that you read the following safeguards whensetting up your projector. Caution concerning the lamp unit ■ Potential hazard of glassparticles if lamp ruptures.In case of lamp rupture,contact your nearest EIKIA u t h o r i z e d P r o j e c t o rDealer or Service Centerfor a replacement.See “R...
Page 12 - The cooling fan regulates the internal tem-; Caution regarding usage of the projector; Do not use the projector by holding the lens.; Other connected equipment; If the projector starts to over-
8 Info • The cooling fan regulates the internal tem- perature, and its performance is automati-cally controlled. The sound of the fan maychange during projector operation due tochanges in the fan speed. This does notindicate malfunction. • Do not unplug the power cord during pro- jection or cooling ...
Page 13 - Please download Adobe; Accessing the PDF SETUP GUIDE; How to Access the PDF SETUP GUIDE; SETUP GUIDE
9 PDF “SETUP GUIDE” in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, so that you can workwith the projector. To utilize this SETUP GUIDE, you need to install Adobe ® Reader ® on your computer (Windows ® or Macintosh ® ). Please download Adobe ® Reader ® from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com). Acce...
Page 14 - Accessories; Supplied accessories
10 Accessories Remote controlRRMCGA371WJSA Two R-03 batteries(“AAA” size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar) Power cord * For U.S., Canada, etc.(12' (3.6 m))QACCDA010WJPZ For Europe, except U.K.(6' (1.8 m))QACCVA011WJPZ * Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country. ■ Lamp unit A...
Page 15 - Projector; Part Names and Functions; Numbers in
11 30 32 30 40 MENU button For displaying adjustment and setting screens. Auto focus sensor 49 AUTO SYNC button For automatically adjusting images when connected to a computer. 40 ENTER button For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu. 31 KEYSTONE button For entering the Keystone Correction...
Page 16 - About the Indicators on the Projector; Power indicator
12 About the Indicators on the Projector Power indicator Green on ... Normal (Standby)Red on ... Normal (Power on) Temperature warning indicator Off ... NormalRed on ... The internal temperature is abnormally high. (See page 64 .) Lamp indicator Green on ... NormalGreen blinks ... The lamp is warmin...
Page 18 - Remote Control
14 N o t e • All the buttons on the remote control, except the MOUSE/Adjustment button, are made of luminousmaterial that is visible in the dark. Visibility will diminish over time. Exposure to light will recharge theluminous buttons. Remote Control 29 POWER button For turning the power on or puttin...
Page 19 - Using the Remote Control; Inserting the Batteries; Press the; Caution; Usable Range; When using the remote control:
15 Using the Remote Control Inserting the Batteries The batteries (two R-03 batteries (“AAA”size, UM/SUM-4, HP-16 or similar)) are sup-plied in the package. 1 Press the ▲ mark on the cover and slide it in the direction of the arrow. 2 Insert the batteries. • Insert the batteries making sure the po-l...
Page 20 - Quick Start; Place the projector facing a screen; Setup and Projection; Remove the lens cap and turn the projector on
16 Quick Start 6 INPUT buttons 5 ZOOM-FOCUS button 5·6 Adjustment buttons ( ' / " / \ / | ) 5 AUTO FOCUS button 3·7 POWER button 5 ZOOM buttons 5 AUTO FOCUS button 5 FOCUS buttons 6 INPUT1 button 4 HEIGHT ADJUST button 3·7 POWERbutton Page 19 1. Place the projector facing a screen Pages 23, 29 P...
Page 22 - Storing the Projector
18 Storing the Projector Lens cap Fixing band Info Info How to Use theStorage Case When storing the projector, attach the lenscap to the lens, and place it in the suppliedstorage case. 1 Open the cover of the storagecase. 2 Place the projector into the stor-age case. • Ensure the projector has coole...
Page 23 - Setting up the Projector; Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance
19 Setting up the Projector Position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector’s feet flat and level to achieve anoptimal image. N o t e • The projector lens should be centered in the middle of the screen. If the horizontal line passing throughthe lens center is not perpendicular ...
Page 24 - Projecting a Reversed Image; Projection from behind the Screen
20 Projecting a Reversed Image Projection from behind the Screen ■ Place a translucent screen between the projector and the audience. ■ Reverse the image by setting “Rear” in the “PRJ Mode” menu. (See page 59 .) Projection Using a Mirror ■ Place a mirror (normal flat type) in front of the lens. ■ Wh...
Page 25 - INPUT/OUTPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment; Connections
21 INPUT/OUTPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment INPUT 1, 2 terminal Connecting the computer. (See page 23 .) Connecting video equipment with component output terminal (DVD player, DTV decoder, DVD recorder with hard disc, etc.). (See page 25 .) INPUT 3 terminal Connecting video equipment wi...
Page 26 - Samples of Cables for Connection
22 Terminal on the projector INPUT 1, 2 AUDIO INPUT INPUT 1, 2 INPUT 1, 2 INPUT3 INPUT4 AUDIO INPUT AUDIO INPUT AUDIO OUTPUT OUTPUT Equipment Computer Audio-visualequipment Amplifier Monitor Terminal on connected equipment RGB output terminal Audio output terminal Component video output terminal Ter...
Page 27 - Connecting to a Computer; “Plug and Play” function (when connecting to a 15-pin terminal)
23 Connecting to a Computer Before connecting, ensure the power cord of the projector from the AC outlet is unplugged,and that the devices to be connected are turned off. After making all connections, turn on theprojector and then the other devices. When connecting a computer, ensure that it is the ...
Page 28 - Using the Remote Control as the Wireless Computer Mouse; When moving the cursor
24 Connecting to a Computer Using the Remote Control as the Wireless Computer Mouse When connecting the projector and the computer with the supplied RGB cable and USBcable (see page 23 ), you can use the remote control as the computer mouse. MOUSE/Adjustment button ( ' / " / \ / | ) R-CLICK butt...
Page 29 - Connecting to Video Equipment
25 Connecting to Video Equipment The projector has a COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT terminal, an S-VIDEO terminal and VIDEO terminal forvideo input. Refer to the listed illustrations on how to connect audio-visual equipment.The image quality is highest in order of the component signal, the RGB signal, the S...
Page 31 - Controlling the Projector by a Computer; When connecting to the LAN terminal using a LAN cable
27 Controlling the Projector by a Computer When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptorand an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commercially available), the computer can be used to controlthe projector and check the status of the proj...
Page 32 - Connecting to a Monitor with RGB Input Terminal; Connecting to an Amplifier or Other Audio Equipment
28 To RGB input terminal RGB cable (commercially available) RGB cable To RGB output terminal To INPUT 1 terminal To OUTPUT(INPUT 1, 2) terminal Monitor Computer To audio input terminal ø3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable(commercially available) To AUDIO OUTPUT terminal Amplifier RGB cable Supplied a...
Page 33 - Turning the Projector On/Off; Connecting the Power Cord; Remove the lens cap and press; Turning the Power off; the Projector into Standby Mode)
29 Turning the Projector On/Off Info • English is the factory preset language. If you want tochange the on-screen display to another language,change the language according to the procedure onpage 62 . Lampindicator Powerindicator POWER button POWER button ▼ On-screen Display Info • Do not unplug the...
Page 34 - Rear adjustment feet; Image Projection; Press the HEIGHT ADJUST button.
30 Rear adjustment feet Image Projection Front adjustmentfoot HEIGHT ADJUST button Side View Lens center Top View Using the AdjustmentFeet The height of the projector can be adjustedusing the adjustment feet at the front and rearof the projector when the screen is locatedhigher than the projector, t...
Page 35 - Auto Keystone Correction; Manual Keystone Correction
31 " On-screen Display (Keystone Correction mode) MOUSE/Adjustment button ( ' / " / \ / | ) UNDObutton KEYSTONEbutton Compresseslower side. Compressesupper side. N o t e • The Manual Keystone Correction can be ad-justed up to an angle of approximately ±35degrees and the screen can also be se...
Page 36 - Adjusting the Focus; Adjusting the Projected Image Size; AUTO FOCUS button
32 Adjusting the Focus This projector is equipped with an “Auto Focus”function that adjusts the focus automaticallywhen it is turned on. When you want to readjustthe focus after the Auto Focus function has beenactivated, you can operate the Auto Focus func-tion using the following procedure. Press o...
Page 37 - Adjusting the Volume; INPUT buttons
33 Switching the INPUTMode Select the appropriate input mode for the con-nected equipment. Press , , or on the re- mote control to select the input mode. ••••• When pressing ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " on the projector, input mode switches in order of : INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4...
Page 38 - AV MUTE button
34 × 1 × 4 × 9 × 16 × 36 × 64 × 2 × 3 Image Projection AV MUTE button " On-screen Display MOUSE/Adjustment button ( ' / " / \ / | ) ENLARGE(Enlarge/Reduce)buttons UNDO button RESIZE button Displaying the BlackScreen and Turning offthe Sound Temporarily Press on the remote control to temporar...
Page 39 - FREEZE button
35 Freezing a MovingImage 1 Press on the remote control. • The projected image is frozen. 2 Press again to return to the moving image from the currentlyconnected equipment. Selecting the PictureMode You can select the suitable picture mode for theprojected image, such as movie or video game. Press o...
Page 40 - Resize Mode; COMPUTER; RESIZE button
36 Resize Mode Press on the remote control. • Pressing changes the display as shown on pages 36 and 37 . • To return to the standard image, press while “RESIZE” is displayed on the screen. • This function can also be accessed from the OSDmenu (see page 50 ). This function allows you to modify or cus...
Page 41 - VIDEO
37 VIDEO • “STRETCH” is fixed when 540P, 720P or 1080 I signals are entered. 4:3 aspect ratio Letter box Squeezed 16:9 image Squeezed 4:3 image 16:9 aspect ratio 16:9 aspect ratio (4:3 aspect ratio in 16:9 screen) Output screen image Input Signal Image type DVD / Video 480 I , 480P, NTSC, PAL, SECAM...
Page 42 - Menu Items; The following shows the items that can be set in the projector.; When using the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 mode:
38 Menu Items The following shows the items that can be set in the projector. N o t e When using the INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 mode: • “Fine Sync” menu is only displayed when the projector input is INPUT 1 or INPUT 2. “Picture” menu “Fine Sync” menu INPUT 1 (RGB) / INPUT 2 (RGB) INPUT 1 (Component) / INPUT...
Page 46 - Example: Setting “Menu Position”
42 MOUSE/ Adjustment button( ' / " / \ / | ) ENTER button MENU button UNDO button Menu Selections (Settings) Example: Setting “Menu Position” • This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Menu icons Example: “Options1” screen menu The menu can be operated to achie...
Page 47 - Sub menu
43 Sub menu 3 Press ' ' ' ' ' or " " " " " to select the item you want to set, and thenpress | | | | | to display the sub menu. • The selected item is highlighted. • When you select “System Lock” on the“Options1” menu or “Password” on the “Options2” menu, press . N o t e • Press ...
Page 48 - Selecting the Picture Mode; Description of Picture Modes; Adjusting the Image; Description of Adjustment Items
44 You can adjust the projector’s picture to your preferences using the “Picture” menu. Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) Selecting the Picture Mode This function allows you to select the picturemode in accordance with brightness of the roomor content of the image to be projected.In all picture mo...
Page 49 - Emphasizing the Contrast; Description of Bright Boost Setting; Adjusting the Color Temperature; Description of Color Temperature Settings
45 Emphasizing the Contrast This function emphasizes the bright portions ofimages to obtain a higher contrast image. Menu operation Page 40 Example: “Picture” screen menu for IN- PUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of Bright Boost Setting N o t e • “Bright Boost” cannot be set when “sRGB” isset to “ ” (ON)...
Page 50 - Description of IRIS Settings; sRGB Setting
46 Switching the High Bright-ness/High Contrast Mode This function changes the brightness and con-trast of the projected image. It can be operatedusing the IRIS button on the remote control. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Picture” screen menu for IN- PUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of IRIS Settings S...
Page 51 - Signal Type Setting; Description of Signal Type Settings
47 Signal Type Setting This function allows you to select the input sig-nal type RGB or Component for INPUT 1 or IN-PUT 2. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Picture” screen menu for IN- PUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of Signal Type Settings Description Input signals are automatically recog-nized as RGB...
Page 52 - Computer Image Adjustment (“Fine Sync” menu); Special Modes Setting; Example: “Fine Sync” screen menu for
48 You can adjust the computer image, match the computer display mode, and confirm theinput signal using the “Fine Sync” menu. Computer Image Adjustment (“Fine Sync” menu) Adjusting the ComputerImage Use the Fine Sync function in case of irregulari-ties such as vertical stripes or flickering in por-...
Page 53 - Auto Sync Adjustment; Checking the Input Signal
49 Auto Sync Adjustment Used to automatically adjust a computer image. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Fine Sync” screen menu for INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of Auto Sync Adjustment N o t e • Auto Sync adjustment is also perfor med by pressing on the projector or on the re- mote control. • The A...
Page 54 - Using the “Options1” Menu; Setting the Resize Mode; Example: “Options1” screen menu for
50 You can use the “Options1” menu to enhance the usage for the projector. Checking the Lamp LifeStatus You can confirm the cumulative lamp usage timeand the remaining lamp life (percentage). Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options1” screen menu for INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of Lamp Timer (Lif...
Page 55 - Setting the Video System; Setting On-screen Display
51 Setting the Video System The video input system mode is factory presetto “Auto”; however, a clear picture from the con-nected audio-visual equipment may not be re-ceived, depending on the video signal difference.In that case, switch the video signal. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options1” scr...
Page 56 - Eco Mode
52 Eco Mode Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options1” screen menu for INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of Eco Mode N o t e • When “Eco Mode” is set to “ ” (Eco mode), the power consumption will decrease and thelamp life will extend. (Projection brightness de-creases 13%.) Brightness 87% 100% Selectab...
Page 57 - Auto Power Off Function
53 Auto Power Off Function Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options1” screen menu for INPUT 1 (RGB) mode Description of Auto Power Off N o t e • When the Auto Power Off function is set to “ ” (ON), 5 minutes before the projector enters thestandby mode, the message “Enter STANDBYmode in X min.” will ...
Page 58 - When the System Lock is set; System Lock Function; Setting the keycode; Select “System Lock” on the “Op-
54 N o t e • If you input a wrong keycode, the cursor returnsto the first point of the “Old Code”. • The preset keycode is 4 " buttons on the projec- tor. If this keycode is set, the keycode input screendoes not appear when turning the power on. 3 Press the 4 buttons on the remotecontrol or on t...
Page 60 - Helpful Functions Set during Installation (“Options2” menu); Setting a Password; Example: “Options2” screen menu; Changing the Password; If You Forget Your Password
56 Helpful Functions Set during Installation (“Options2” menu) Setting a Password ••••• There is no factory preset for the password, sothe “Options2” menu is enabled. ••••• If you do not want others to operate the “Op-tions2” menu, set a password. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options2” screen me...
Page 61 - Auto Focus Setting; Auto Keystone Setting
57 Auto Focus Setting When the projector is turned on, the focus pat-tern is displayed automatically and the focus isadjusted automatically. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options2” screen menu Description of Auto Focus N o t e • Auto Focus can be performed over a range of40 to 100 inches. • The a...
Page 62 - Speaker Setting
58 Setting the Audio OutputType This function determines whether the audio leveloutput from the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal is fixedor variable by linking with VOLUME. Menu operation Page 42 Example: “Options2” screen menu Description of Audio Out Settings Info • When “Audio Out” has been set to “VAO”, fi...
Page 64 - Monitor Output Settings
60 Monitor Output Settings When the Monitor Out has been set to “Enable”,the monitor output is activated and power is con-sumed even in the standby mode. It is recom-mended that the Monitor Out be set to “Disable”when it is not connected. This reduces powerconsumption when the projector is in the st...
Page 66 - Example: “Language” screen menu for; Using the “Language” Menu
62 Selecting the On-screenDisplay Language The projector can switch the on-screen displaylanguage among 11 languages: English, German,Spanish, Dutch, French, Italian, Swedish, Portu-guese, Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Example: “Language” screen menu for INPUT 1 (RGB) mode 1 Press on the remote contr...
Page 67 - Cleaning the projector
63 Cleaning the lens ■ Use a commercially available blower or lens clean-ing paper (for glasses and camera lenses) for clean-ing the lens. Do not use any liquid type cleaningagents, as they may wear off the coating film on thesurface of the lens. ■ As the surface of the lens can easily get damaged,e...
Page 68 - Maintenance Indicators; About the temperature warning indicator; About the lamp indicator
64 Power indicatorLamp indicatorTemperature warning indicator Maintenance Indicators Maintenance Indicators ■ The warning lights on the projector indicate problems inside the projector. ■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate red, andthe projecto...
Page 70 - Regarding the Lamp
66 Lamp ■ It is recommended that the lamp unit (optional: AH-35001) be replaced when the remaining lamp lifebecomes 5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality.The lamp life (percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. See page 50. ■ Purchas...
Page 71 - Disconnect the power cord.; Tab
67 Optional accessory Lamp unitAH-35001 Removing and Installingthe Lamp Unit Info • Ensure the lamp unit is removed using thehandle. Ensure the glass surface of thelamp unit or the inside of the projector arenot touched. • To avoid injury to yourself and damage tothe lamp, ensure to carefully follow...
Page 72 - Resetting the Lamp Timer; Connect the power cord.
68 4 Remove the lamp unit. • Loosen the securing screws from thelamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by thehandle and pull it in the direction of thearrow. At this time, keep the lamp unithorizontal and do not tilt it. 5 Insert the new lamp unit. • Press the lamp unit firmly into the lampunit compartment. ...
Page 73 - Computer Compatibility Chart; DTV
69 N o t e • This projector may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous (CRT/LCD)mode. Should this occur, turn off the LCD display on the notebook computer and output the display datain “CRT only” mode. Details on how to change display modes can be found in your noteboo...
Page 74 - Troubleshooting
70 Troubleshooting Check • Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • Power to the external connected devices is off. • The selected input mode is wrong. • The AV MUTE function is working. • Cables incorrectly connected to rear panel of the projector. • Remote control batteries have...
Page 76 - Specifications
72 Specifications DLP TM Projector EIP-3500NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL-60/SECAM/DTV480 I /DTV480P/DTV540P/DTV576 I /DTV576P/DTV720P/DTV1035 I /DTV1080 I Single Chip Digital Micromirror Device TM (DMD TM ) by Texas Instruments Panel size: 0.7"No. of dots: 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] × 768 [...
Page 77 - Glossary
73 Glossary Aspect Ratio Width and height ratio of an image. The normalaspect ratio of a computer and video image is 4:3.There are also wide images with an aspect ratioof 16:9 and 21:9. Auto Sync Optimizes projected computer images by auto-matically adjusting certain characteristics. Background Init...
Page 78 - Index
74 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable ............................... 25 AC socket ............................................................. 29Adjustment buttons .............................................. 40Aspect ratio ..................................................... 36,37AUDIO INPUT terminal...
